At Knox Academy, we believe education is a partnership between school, parents, and child. Rooted in the Montessori approach, we prioritize character, curiosity, and self-motivation over traditional grades. We intentionally cultivate respect, compassion, ownership of learning, creativity, and social responsibility. Nature is an extension of our classroom, and our staff models these values in both words and actions.

Our Policies

    • Accepting ages 4 through 6th grade

    • Inclusive of all income levels and abilities

    • Two-week trial for students with specific needs

    • To apply:

      1. Schedule a call

      2. Visit and parent interview

      3. Student evaluation (when space is available)

      4. Submit:

        • Birth certificate

        • Parent ID

        • Previous school reports

        • Family info form

        • Registration + deposit

        • Signed policy acknowledgments

    • Arrival: 8:15 AM– 8:20 AM (Fees applied for early drop off; exceptions apply)

    • Pickup: by 2:40 PM

    • Afterschool Care: 2:45pm until 5 PM

      • $15 fee per 5 mins late after closing

    • Absences: No reimbursements for missed days

    • Withdrawals: One full term's notice required or fees deducted from deposit

    • Full payment due each month on the 1st

    • Enrollment may be withdrawn for late payment

  • Before attending, your child must have:

    • Completed medical authorization form on file

    Keep your child home if they:

    • Have fever over 100°F

    • Are vomiting or had diarrhea in past 24 hours

    • Have eye/nose discharge

    • Show signs of untreated head lice

    Medicine at school:

    • Must be in original prescription container

    • Requires written parental authorization

    • Must be handed directly to staff (not left in bags)

    • Knox Academy uniforms must be worn and are available for purchase at the school.

    • Your child will need a pair of indoor shoes that will stay at the school and are separate than their outdoor shoes (if unsure on criteria, search “Montessori Indoor Shoes”). This is for hygiene purposes.

    • Mandatory handwashing throughout the day

    • Accidents happen—please pack:

      • Extra underwear, pants, shirt, socks, shoes

      • Label everything clearly

      • Soiled clothes will be sent home for washing

  • Please do NOT bring:

    • Toys

    • Money

    • Gum or sugary snacks

    • Any medicine not given directly to staff

    OK to bring:

    • Backpack and lunch box

    • Show & Tell items related to curriculum

    • Guests or animals with prior approval

    • We focus on positive redirection and respect-based guidance

    • Gross or repeated misbehavior may involve parent meetings

    • Discipline may include removing child from an activity, never public shaming

    • Children are only released to authorized adults that have been approved through Pick-Up form on file.

    • Changes require direct communication + photo ID at pickup

    • We’re in this together—your involvement is welcome!

    • Join the Parent-Teacher Committee

    • Volunteer in classrooms (with permission)

    • Visit classrooms with your child’s invitation

    • Observe Montessori in action by scheduling a visit

    • Students must bring their own lunch & snacks

    • Early arrivers (before 8:15 AM) may bring breakfast

Need Help or Have Questions?

Reach out to the school director at any time with concerns or clarification.